Strategic Construction Buyer (Materials & Services)

Mackley; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm in the UK is seeking a Buyer to obtain competitive quotations for materials and services. Responsibilities include managing supplier performance, conducting cost analysis, and assisting in training team members. Ideal candidates should have proven purchasing experience in construction, time management, and data analysis skills. A full driving license or suitable travel arrangements is required for this role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of Purchasing, preferably within the construction industry.
• Full driving license or suitable travel arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Assist QHSE with supplier audits.
• Ensure only suppliers with commercial trading terms are utilised.
• Maintain regular communication with all internal departments.
• Send material enquiries to potential suppliers and analyse quotes.
• Provide advice to the project estimator on predicted costs.
• Place orders for materials and services.
• Extract global material order requirements from tender information.
• Assist the Senior Buyer with cost analysis and reporting.
• Arrange transfer of materials/plant between sites.
• Provide cover for the Senior Buyer when absent.
• Consolidate purchases to achieve economic benefit.
• Provide market competitive procurement solutions.
• Distribute copy orders and information to sites.
• Assist in training and development of team members.

Skills

Time management

Material specifications

Data analysis and reporting

Compliance with QHSE legislation

Understanding of certified management systems (ISO standards)

Understanding of FSC&PEFC chain of custody management

Job description

A construction firm in the UK is seeking a Buyer to obtain competitive quotations for materials and services. Responsibilities include managing supplier performance, conducting cost analysis, and assisting in training team members. Ideal candidates should have proven purchasing experience in construction, time management, and data analysis skills. A full driving license or suitable travel arrangements is required for this role.